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Comments from a recruiter What is the first thing you look for? Layout - logical, easy to follow What is likely to make you reject a CV? Spelling mistake / lack of information. Bland CV

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Comments from a recruiter What is likely to make you consider a CV seriously? Good academic record; something about you as a person, e.g. extra curricular activities, hobbies, interests. Practical work experience (not necessarily law related) Other evidence of ability to work with people or showing initiative

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CV howlers I have an excellent track record, although I am not a horse. Received a plague for Salesperson of the year. Am a perfectionist and rarely if if ever forget details. Marital status: often. Children: various.